Tom Friedman, New York Times foreign affairs columnist, joined “Squawk Box” on Wednesday to discuss his takeaways from his conversation with President-elect Joe Biden earlier in December. Friedman … ( read original story …)
Monthly Archives For December 2020
China suffers worst power blackouts in a decade, as post-coronavirus export boom, coal shortage hits supply
Provinces across China are struggling with the worst blackouts in nearly 10 years, as authorities try to curb energy use by imposing restrictions on businesses and residents. ( read original story …)
Recession, oil, fintech, crypto, China and GCC economies in 2021 and beyond
LinkedIn’s 21 Big Ideas that will change the world and the GCC in 2021 included a look at how synchronous global shutdowns as the pandemic proliferated led to conditions that now expose an underlying ……
Shenzhen proton therapy treatment center selects C-RAD Catalyst(TM) system
RAD has now received the purchase order from the Belgium company Ion Beam Applications SA (IBA), regarding the supply of C-RAD’s surface tracking solution … ( read original story …)
Beijing Cracks Down on Alibaba Stock for Good Reason
Alibaba stock finds itself in a unique position of being targeted by both U.S. and Chinese regulators. And the concerns don’t end there.More From InvestorPlace Why Everyone Is Investing in 5G All … ( read…
Beijing’s Iron Grip on Corporate China
Then-U.S. Vice President Joe Biden shakes hands with Chinese President Xi Jinping inside the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, December 4 … Letter email newsletter delivers a weekly digest on … ( read…
China to lower import tariffs on 883 products including aviation equipment, logs, paper and IT products
China will lower import tariffs on 883 products from the start of January, including some aviation equipment, logs and paper products, while it will also further lower import tariffs on some … ( read original…
China-E.U. Talks Hit Another Snag as Biden Camp Objects
Beijing and Brussels were on the brink of an agreement to roll back restrictions on investment. But the deal’s fate is uncertain amid growing animosity toward China and increasingly vocal opposition. ( read original story…
China extends loan help for coronavirus-hit small businesses in bid to maintain economic recovery
China’s State Council will allow small businesses to further postpone their principal and interest repayments on inclusive loans, while it also extended an inclusive credit loan support programme. ( read original story …)
China will lead global recovery from the coronavirus pandemic in 2021: Scotiabank
China will have an interesting year in 2021, given events like the release of its five-year growth plan, which will shape the outlook for the country and the region for years to come, says Tuuli…
China stocks end higher on optimism over Beijing’s pledge to support recovery
BEIJING/SHANGHAI, Dec 23 (Reuters) – China shares ended higher on Wednesday, buoyed by optimism that policymakers would likely avoid sudden credit policy tightening in 2021 to support an economic … ( read original story …)
It’s Possible China Will Lead on Crypto If U.S. Does Not
Even casual viewers of cable news are familiar with commercials featuring actor William Devane – usually golfing or horseback riding – exhorting them to invest in precious metals. Lately, … ( read original story …)
China’s CAS COVID-19 vaccine induces immune response in mid-stage tests
A coronavirus vaccine candidate developed by the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) was found to be safe and triggered immune responses in early and mid-stage trials, researchers said on Tuesday. A … ( read original…
